MYCOBACTERIUM W+SODIUM CHLORIDE belongs to the group of medicines called immunotherapeutic agents used to treat leprosy. It is used to treat advanced non-small-cell lung cancer in combination with other medicines and as adjuvant therapy in sepsis. Leprosy is an infection caused by slow-growing bacteria called Mycobacterium leprae.
MYCOBACTERIUM W+SODIUM CHLORIDE contains Mycobacterium W and Sodium chloride. MYCOBACTERIUM W+SODIUM CHLORIDE works by altering the biological response or modifying the actions of the immune system of individuals to various pathological conditions.
MYCOBACTERIUM W+SODIUM CHLORIDE should be administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer. In some cases, you may experience some common side effects like injection site erythema (redness) and ulceration, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, pain, weakness and loss of appetite. Most of these side effects of MYCOBACTERIUM W+SODIUM CHLORIDE do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, reach out to your doctor.
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is not known whether MYCOBACTERIUM W+SODIUM CHLORIDE alters the ability to drive; do not drive or operate machinery if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with MYCOBACTERIUM W+SODIUM CHLORIDE. However, as a precautionary measure, it is advisable not to take or limit alcohol.
Leprosy, Sepsis, Non-small cell lung cancer.
MYCOBACTERIUM W+SODIUM CHLORIDE belongs to the group of medicines called immunotherapeutic agents. It contains heat-killed strains of bacteria named 'Mycobacterium w' which is a non-pathogenic mycobacterium and has immunomodulatory properties. It is used as immunotherapy in leprosy, sepsis and in advanced non-small cell lung cancer along with other anti-cancer medicines. It works by altering the biological response of an individual to various pathological conditions.
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the contents of MYCOBACTERIUM W+SODIUM CHLORIDE, if you have a fever, generalised septic skin conditions, chronic debilitating conditions or any other health conditions. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or if you are breastfeeding. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you take before taking MYCOBACTERIUM W+SODIUM CHLORIDE to rule out any side effects.
Drug-Drug Interactions: MYCOBACTERIUM W+SODIUM CHLORIDE may have interaction with medications that are cytotoxic (methotrexate, cyclophosphamide), and anti-leprosy drugs (rifampicin, clofazimine).
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions were found/established
Drug-Disease Interactions: MYCOBACTERIUM W+SODIUM CHLORIDE may have interactions with allergic reactions, septic skin condition or existing eczema.
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with MYCOBACTERIUM W+SODIUM CHLORIDE. However, as a precautionary measure, it is advisable not to take or limit alcohol.
MYCOBACTERIUM W+SODIUM CHLORIDE is not recommended during pregnancy. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as it is unknown if MYCOBACTERIUM W+SODIUM CHLORIDE causes fetal harm.
MYCOBACTERIUM W+SODIUM CHLORIDE is not recommended during lactation. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding as it is unknown if MYCOBACTERIUM W+SODIUM CHLORIDE passes into breastmilk.
It is not known whether MYCOBACTERIUM W+SODIUM CHLORIDE alters your ability to drive. However, do not drive or operate machinery if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Limited information is available regarding the usage of MYCOBACTERIUM W+SODIUM CHLORIDE in children, so please consult a doctor if you have any concerns.
Leprosy: Hansen's disease, also known as leprosy is an infection caused by Mycobacterium leprae, a slow-growing bacteria. The disease primarily affects the skin, peripheral nerves, upper respiratory tract mucosal surfaces, and the eyes.
Sepsis: Sepsis is a potentially fatal immune response to infection. It happens when your immune system overreacts to an infection and starts causing damage to your own tissues and organs.
Non-small cell lung cancer: Non-small cell lung cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells develop in lung tissues. The most important risk factor for non-small cell lung cancer is smoking.